After the cinema success of F1 The Movie (2025) starring Brad Pitt, motor racing has proven to be a hit in Hollywood. The interest is so great that a sequel has now been published Days of Thunder (1990) has been officially confirmed. This was already discussed more than a year ago, but without concrete plans. Meanwhile, the big question of whether Tom Cruise and his ex-wife Nicole Kidman will reunite for the project remains unanswered.
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Days of Thunder was directed by the late director Tony Scott. According to sources, Jonathan Levine is now in talks to direct the second part. The script is now being written by Will Staples. Although the plot is still being kept secret, it has been confirmed that the film will once again be set in the world of NASCAR. The original film followed driver Cole Trickle, played by Cruise, as he makes the transition from open-wheel racing to NASCAR. His talent and explosive character soon bring him into conflict with veteran Rowdy Burns, after which a very fierce rivalry arises.
An unexpected battle
Who besides Cruise will be returning in the sequel Days of Thunderis not yet known. Next to Days of Thunder would too F1 The Movie will have a sequel soon. This means Cruise and Pitt can prepare for a second race, not on the track, but a race for the biggest cinema success.
6.1 Watch on Pathé Home • Cole Trickle (Tom Cruise) is a talented racer who takes enormous risks to reach the top. He has his sights set on victory in one of the toughest car races in the world:
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